Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 10 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 10 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 10 Sept
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 10 Sept
5 h 15 m
Buses on 10 Sept
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnsley to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Bradford will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Barnsley to Bradford you need to make at least one change.
NX564 · NX131
NX564 · NX131Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 32 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barnsley to Bradford:
A train is £0.50 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barnsley to Bradford costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Bradford take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 15m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.14. The journey takes 1h 15m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Bradford coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX564 · NX131 | 7:50 Barnsley, Interchange | 5h15 | 13:05 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
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Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Barnsley to Bradford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 32 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Bradford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bradford trip today.
National museum for film, television and photography, with major galleries and cinema screens. Ideal for interactive displays and visual culture.
Arts centre and gallery in Saltaire showing works by David Hockney and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the art and the riverside setting.
Compact city-centre gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art and community projects. A useful stop for Bradford’s current creative scene.
Planned Victorian village of stone terraces, mill buildings and riverside paths. Excellent for architecture, walking and a feel for Bradford’s industrial heritage.
Historic quarter of grand nineteenth-century warehouses and cobbled streets. Best explored on foot for architecture, details and quieter city-centre views.
Central public square beside City Hall and the museum, used for events and framed by key civic buildings. A practical starting point for sightseeing.
A long-standing Bradford takeaway staple: curried lamb or chicken served with chips. It reflects the city’s South Asian heritage and late-night food culture.
Slow-cooked meat curry, often lamb or chicken, served with roti or naan. Bradford is famous for Kashmiri and Pakistani styles shaped by its communities.
Minced lamb or chicken grilled on skewers in tandoori spices. A classic at Bradford curry houses and a favourite for its smoky flavour.
Stylish restaurant in Saltaire serving polished British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart yet relaxed dining room.
Long-established local favourite for Punjabi and Kashmiri curries, kebabs and tandoori dishes in a relaxed, no-frills setting.
Popular Bradford curry house known for Kashmiri-influenced dishes, grilled meats and a busy, welcoming atmosphere near the city centre.
Bradford is cheaper than many UK city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs than London, Manchester or Edinburgh.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Bradford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barnsley to Bradford buses use the Barnsley, Interchange to station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnsley and Bradford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barnsley, Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Barnsley, Interchange. ATMs are available at Barnsley, Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Barnsley, Interchange.
Available at Barnsley, Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnsley, Interchange: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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